"For the first time in over 150 years, things are finally getting challenged in a meaningful way. The federal ban on hobby distilling is genuinely based on antiquated and uncertain constitutional standing."
"The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled this month that the longstanding federal prohibition on distilling spirits at home is unconstitutional."
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled the federal ban on home distilling unconstitutional, benefiting the Hobby Distillers Association. However, home distilling remains regulated under federal law, requiring permits. The ruling currently applies only to Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Shortly after, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court upheld the ban as necessary for tax collection, leaving the future of home distilling uncertain. The situation reflects a significant challenge to outdated laws, with potential implications for home distillers similar to those seen in cannabis and home brewing.
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